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This medication contains two or three active ingredients: chlorzoxazone,
acetaminophen, and also in some products, codeine. Chlorzoxazone is a
skeletal muscle relaxant used to help relieve symptoms of painful muscle
spasm. Acetaminophen and codeine are used to relieve pain. This medication
may be used to treat sprains, strains, whiplash, or other traumatic
injuries, as well as bursitis, arthritis, myositis, and other conditions.
Use of this medication should be accompanied by physical therapy, rest, or
other suitable treatment for the condition.
This medication may be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal
irritation.
Use recommended dosage as directed by your physician, pharmacist or package
instructions. Do not take more of this medication than recommended as liver
damage may occur.
To avoid taking an overdose of acetaminophen, check the labels of all
over-the-counter and prescription medications you are taking. Many
non-prescription products contain acetaminophen.
Side effects may include dizziness, lightheadedness, and drowsiness. These
may possibly be decreased by using a lower dose. Rarely, nausea, decreased
appetite, blurred vision, or headache are experienced.
Allergic reactions are rare but may result in itching, hives, skin rashes,
eye irritation, and nasal stuffiness. If any of these occur, stop taking
the medication and discuss the problem with your physician or pharmacist.
If this medication makes you feel dizzy, confused or lightheaded, or causes
blurred vision, do not drive a vehicle or operate hazardous machinery.
Tranquilizers, sleeping pills, medicines for seizures, some pain killers,
and some cold and allergy medications may add to drowsiness. Check with
your physician or pharmacist before taking any of these.
Follow directions precisely as directed by your physician or as directed on
the container. Do not take more of this medication than recommended as
liver damage may occur.
The effects of alcohol can be made worse while taking this medication.
Drowsiness and dizziness may be increased. Regular use of large quantities
of alcohol can also increase risk of liver damage. It is recommended that
you not take alcohol while on this medication.
Store this medication in its original labelled container,tightly closed, in
a dark place and out of the reach of children. Do not allow anyone else to
use this medication.
